World Laughter Day is celebrated every year to remind us of the power of laughter and its many health benefits. In 2025, World Laughter Day will be observed on May 4, the first Sunday of May. This special day brings people together to laugh and spread joy, no matter where they are from.

Origin

The idea of World Laughter Day began in 1998 and was started by Dr. Madan Kataria, a doctor from India. He is also the founder of the worldwide Laughter Yoga Movement, which encourages people to laugh as a form of exercise. Dr. Kataria believed that laughter helps improve our mood, reduce stress, and bring people closer together. His mission was to create peace and friendship through laughter.

Celebration of World Laughter Day

World Laughter Day is now celebrated in over 100 countries. On this day, people join laughter clubs, take part in laughter yoga sessions, and attend events that focus on happiness and positivity. Some communities even organise street parades or flash mobs full of smiling and laughing faces.

Significance of World Laughter Day

Laughter has real health benefits. It relaxes the body, boosts the immune system, reduces pain, and even protects the heart. It is also known to release "feel-good" chemicals in the brain, like endorphins, that make us feel happy. In a world full of stress and negativity, World Laughter Day reminds us to take a break and simply laugh. It is a day to let go of worries and share a smile with others.

No matter your age or background, laughter is something everyone can enjoy. So, on May 4, 2025, join the world in celebrating this joyful day. Laugh out loud, spread happiness, and remember — sometimes, laughter really is the best medicine.